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Matching Transmitter(s) to Your
Vehicle
Each keyless access transmitter is coded to allow only
transmitters programmed to the vehicle to work. If a
transmitter is lost or stolen, a replacement can be
purchased and programmed by your dealer/retailer.
Your dealer/retailer can reprogram the vehicle so lost
or stolen transmitters no longer work with the vehicle.
Each vehicle can have a maximum of four transmitters
matched to it.
To match a new transmitter to the vehicle when there is
a recognized transmitter (two recognized transmitters
are required for Canadian owners):
1. Turn the vehicle off.
2. Have the recognized and new, unrecognized
transmitters available.
3. Insert the key into the key cylinder located above
the license plate. SeeHatch on page 2-13for
more information.
4. Open the trunk.
5. Turn the key ve times within ve seconds.
6. The DIC displays READY FOR FOB #X, where X
can be 2, 3 or 4.7. Place the new, unrecognized transmitter in the
glove box transmitter pocket with the buttons
facing towards the passenger side.
8. Once the transmitter is programmed, a beep
sounds. The DIC displays READY FOR #X,
where X can be 3 or 4, or MAXIMUM NUMBER
OF FOBS LEARNED.
9. Press the Acc. button (ignition switch).
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The Canadian immobilizer standard requires Canadian
owners to see their dealer/retailer for matching new
transmitters when two recognized transmitters are not
available. United States owners are permitted to match
a new transmitter to their vehicle when a recognized
transmitter is not available. The procedure requires
three ten minutes cycles to complete the matching
process.
1. Turn the vehicle off.
2. Place the new, unrecognized transmitter in the
glove box transmitter pocket with the buttons
facing towards the passenger side.3. Insert the vehicle key into the key cylinder located
above the license plate. SeeHatch on page 2-13
for more information.
4. Open the trunk.
5. Turn the key ve times within ve seconds.
6. The DIC message displays OFF-ACCESSORY
TO LEARN.
7. Press the Acc. button (ignition switch).
8. The DIC reads WAIT 10 MINUTES and counts
down to zero, one minute at a time.
9. The DIC displays OFF-ACCESSORY TO
LEARN again.
10. Press the Acc. button (ignition switch).
11. The DIC reads WAIT 10 MINUTES and counts
down to zero, one minute at a time.
12. The DIC displays OFF-ACCESSORY TO
LEARN again.
13. Press the Acc. button (ignition switch).
14. The DIC reads WAIT 10 MINUTES and counts
down to zero, one minute at a time.
15. A beep sounds and the DIC reads READY FOR
FOB #1. At this time, all previously known
transmitters have been erased.
16. Once the transmitter is recognized and
programmed, a beep sounds and the DIC displays
READY FOR FOB #2.
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If additional transmitters need programing, take
transmitter 1 out of the transmitter pocket and place
transmitter 2 in the pocket. Up to four transmitters can
be programmed. The DIC then displays MAXIMUM
NUMBER OF FOBS LEARNED and exits the
programming mode.
Press the Acc. button (ignition switch) when all the
transmitters are programmed.
Battery Replacement
If NO FOBS DETECTED displays on the DIC when you
try to start the vehicle, the battery is weak. Place the
transmitter in the glove box transmitter pocket with the
buttons facing towards the passenger side. Then, with
the vehicle in PARK (P) for an automatic transmission,
press the brake pedal and the START button. If the
vehicle has a manual transmission, press the clutch and
the START button. This starts the vehicle, however, it is
recommended that the battery be replaced as soon as
possible. The DIC may display FOB BATTERY LOW.
Notice:When replacing the battery, do not touch
any of the circuitry on the transmitter. Static
from your body could damage the transmitter.1. Separate the halves of the transmitter with a at,
thin object inserted into the slot on the side or
back of the transmitter.
2. Remove the old battery. Do not use a metal object.
3. Insert the new battery, positive side facing down.
Replace with a CR2032 or equivalent battery.
4. Put the transmitter back together tightly.
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Ignition Positions
Your vehicle has an
electronic keyless ignition
with a pushbutton start.
In order to shift out of PARK (P), the vehicle must be
running or in ACCESSORY mode and the regular brake
pedal must be applied.
/(START):Press this button while your foot is on the
brake for an automatic transmission, or while pressing
in the clutch for a manual transmission, to start the
engine. If your vehicle is in OFF or Retained Accessory
Power (RAP) mode, the keyless access transmitter
must be inside the vehicle to start the engine.
9Acc. (OFF/ACCESSORY):When the engine is on
or the vehicle is in accessory power mode, it is
recommended that a manual transmission be placed in
REVERSE (R). An automatic transmission must be
placed in PARK (P). Then press the Acc. button to turn
the engine off and place the vehicle in RAP. See
“Retained Accessory Power (RAP)” later for more
information. If an automatic vehicle is not correctly
placed in PARK (P) a SHIFT TO PARK message will
display on the Driver Information Center (DIC).
For more information, seeDIC Warnings and Messages
on page 3-57.
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When the engine is off, press this button to place the
vehicle in accessory mode. ACCESSORY MODE
ON will display on the Driver Information Center (DIC).
This mode allows you to use things like the radio
and the windshield wipers while the engine is off. Use
accessory mode if you must have your vehicle in motion
while the engine is off, for example, if your vehicle is
being pushed or towed.
After being in accessory mode for about 10 minutes, the
vehicle will automatically enter RAP or OFF, depending
on if the doors are opened or closed.
Retained Accessory Power (RAP)
These vehicle accessories can be used for up to
10 minutes after the engine is turned off:
Audio System
Power Windows
These features continue to work up to 10 minutes after
the engine is turned off or until either door is opened.
If a door is opened, the power windows and audio
system will shut off.
Starting the Engine
Move the shift lever to PARK (P) or NEUTRAL (N) for
an automatic transmission. For a manual transmission
the vehicle can be started in NEUTRAL or any other
gear as long as the clutch is depressed. To restart
a manual transmission when you are already moving,
use the NEUTRAL position only. To restart an automatic
transmission when you are already moving, use
NEUTRAL (N).
Notice:Do not try to shift to P (Park) if your vehicle
is moving. If you do, you could damage the
transmission. Shift to P (Park) only when your
vehicle is stopped.
The keyless access transmitter must be inside the
vehicle for the ignition to work.
Cell phone chargers can interfere with the operation of
the Keyless Access System. Battery chargers should
not be plugged in when starting or turning off the engine.
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To start your vehicle, do the following:
1. For an automatic transmission, with your foot on the
brake pedal, press the START button located on
the instrument panel. For a manual transmission,
while pressing in the clutch, press the START
button.
If there is not a keyless access transmitter in the
vehicle or if there is something causing interference
with it, the DIC will display NO FOBS DETECTED.
SeeDIC Warnings and Messages on page 3-57
for more information.
2. When the engine begins cranking, let go of the
button and the engine cranks automatically until
it starts. If the battery in the keyless access
transmitter is weak, the DIC displays FOB
BATTERY LOW. You can still drive the vehicle.
See “Battery Replacement” underKeyless Access
System Operation on page 2-6for more information.
If the fob battery is dead, you need to insert the
fob into the fob slot to enable engine starting.
See “No Fobs Detected” underDIC Warnings and
Messages on page 3-57.3. Do not race the engine immediately after starting it.
Operate the engine and transmission gently until
the oil warms up and lubricates all moving parts.
4. If the engine does not start and no DIC message is
displayed, wait 15 seconds before trying again to let
the cranking motor cool down.
If the engine does not start after 5-10 seconds,
especially in very cold weather (below 0°F or−18°C),
it could be ooded with too much gasoline. Try
pushing the accelerator pedal all the way to the oor
while cranking for up to 15 seconds maximum. Wait
at least 15 seconds between each try, to allow the
cranking motor to cool down. When the engine starts,
let go of the accelerator. If the vehicle starts briey
but then stops again, do the same thing. This clears
the extra gasoline from the engine.
Notice:Cranking the engine for long periods of
time, by pressing the START button immediately
after cranking has ended, can overheat and damage
the cranking motor, and drain the battery. Wait at
least 15 seconds between each try, to allow the
cranking motor to cool down.
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Your vehicle has a Computer-Controlled Cranking
System. This feature assists in starting the engine and
protects components. Once cranking has been
initiated, the engine continues cranking for a few
seconds or until the vehicle starts. If the engine does
not start, cranking automatically stops after 15 seconds
to prevent cranking motor damage. To prevent gear
damage, this system also prevents cranking if the
engine is already running.
Notice:The engine is designed to work with the
electronics in the vehicle. If electrical parts or
accessories are added, you could change the way
the engine operates. Before adding electrical
equipment, check with your dealer/retailer. If you
do not, the engine might not perform properly.
Any resulting damage would not be covered by the
vehicle warranty.Stopping Your Engine
If your vehicle has an automatic transmission, move the
shift lever to PARK (P) and press and hold the Acc.
(Off/Accessory) button, located on the instrument panel,
until the engine shuts off. If the shift lever is not in
PARK (P), the engine shuts off and the vehicle goes
into the Accessory Mode. The DIC displays SHIFT TO
PARK. Once the shifter is moved to PARK (P), the
vehicle turns off. If your vehicle has a manual
transmission, it is recommended that you move the
shift lever to REVERSE (R) and set the parking
brake after you turn off the engine by pressing the
Acc. (Off/Accessory) button.
If the keyless access transmitter is not detected inside
the vehicle when it is turned to off, the DIC displays
NO FOB – OFF OR RUN?.
SeeDIC Warnings and Messages on page 3-57for
more information.
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Manual Paddle Shift
While in the SPORT MODE (S) position, the paddles
located on the steering wheel, can be used to manually
up-shift or down-shift the transmission.
While in the SPORT MODE (S) mode, push the paddle
above the steering wheel spokes to up-shift to the
next gear, or pull on the paddle behind the steering
wheel spokes to down-shift to the next gear.
To use the system, shift from PARK (P) position to
SPORT MODE (S) while stopped and with the engine
running, or from DRIVE (D) with the vehicle moving.
When accelerating your vehicle from a stop in snowy andicy conditions, you may want to shift to second (2) or
third (3) gear. A higher gear allows you to gain more
traction on slippery surfaces. If the traction control is
active, upshifts are delayed to increase your control of the
vehicle. SeeTraction Control System (TCS) on page 4-6.
While the Manual Paddle Shift gear selection system is
active, the transmission will automatically downshift
through the gears as the vehicle slows. The transmission
will select second gear as the vehicle stops. From a stop,
the vehicle will start from and hold second (2) gear unless
the driver manually paddle shifts into a different gear or
selects DRIVE (D). The driver can select rst (1) gear for
maximum acceleration from a stop.
When using the Manual
Paddle Shift Feature while
in the SPORT MODE (S),
the current gear will be
displayed in the Driver
Information (DIC), or the
Head-Up Display (HUD), if
the vehicle has either of
these features.
If your vehicle has a Navigation system, see “Head-Up
Display (HUD)” in the Index of the navigation manual.
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